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• Steps
• Method 1 of 4: Suppressing aggression and shy cats
• Method 2 of 4: Suppressing Aggression in a Cat in Pain
• Method 3 of 4: Suppressing Aggression in a Poorly Socialized Cat
• Method 4 of 4: Suppressing the Development of Aggression
• Tips
• Warnings

Like humans, cats can get angry for a variety of reasons. It is usually best to simply move away from the cat at a distance that does not seem dangerous to her. To learn how to deal with cat aggression caused by various factors, skip to the first step of the article.

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Method 1 of 4: Suppressing aggression and shy cats

1. 1 Understand that a cat's aggression can be a sign that she is scared. The cat will do everything possible to avoid a fight. However, if she is very scared and does not see any other way to protect herself, then she will rush at you.
2. 2 Try to understand why the cat is afraid. The key to stopping aggression in a fearful cat is understanding why it is afraid. You can stop the aggression by simply stepping back a step or two and giving your cat some personal space. Perhaps you made a loud sound that startled her, or you moved too fast, which frightened the cat. In any case, it is best to give your cat some space when she becomes aggressive.
   • If possible, walk away or give the cat an escape route by stepping back and letting her pass.
3. 3 Pay attention to the warning signs of aggression. When a cat gets scared and decides to be aggressive, it arches its back and fluffs its tail. The tail also forms an inverted U.Your cat will also show you other warning signs, such as hiss, growl, and pinned ears. If you notice such signs, move away from the cat.
4. 4 Avoid making direct eye contact with an aggressive cat. As odd as it sounds, looking away from the cat may be the best option when meeting a frightened cat. A cat that is about to fight another cat will try to reconsider its opponent. Looking at the cat may think that you are planning to attack it, so as soon as you notice signs of aggression in the cat, look away as quickly as possible.
5. 5 Don't corner your cat. One of the most common situations in which a cat can show aggression is when the cat is cornered and has no chance of escape. If you approach a cat that has nowhere to run (for example, in a hallway or in a hallway with no open doors), she may show aggression because she is afraid of you.
   • If you notice the warning signs mentioned above, walk away or walk around the cat so that it has an escape route.

Method 2 of 4: Suppressing Aggression in a Cat in Pain

1. 1 Understand that your cat can be aggressive when in pain. Sometimes it is necessary to get close to an aggressive cat to help her. In this case, it's less about stopping the aggression itself, but more about preventing the cat from hurting itself and you when you try to help it.
2. 2 Use a blanket or towel as a barrier between you and your cat. It is best to cover the cat in pain with a blanket or towel. For starters, it is important to prevent the cat from attacking your legs. For this::
   • Spread out the towel and grab the long side of the towel with your hands, placing your hands about one-third the length of one side from each end.
   • If the injured animal is lying on the ground, hold the towel at a 90-degree angle to the ground (perpendicular) with the long side of the towel touching the ground.
   • Hold the towel at outstretched arms to form a vertical barrier between the aggressive cat and your legs.
3. 3 Talk affectionately to your cat. While holding the towel between you and the cat, approach her very slowly and speak as sweetly as you can. Speak in a low, even tone of voice, without making any loud sounds or making sudden movements.
   • Don't scream if your cat attacks the towel. If the cat is very scared, then it may fall loose on the towel. Don't shout as this will only increase aggression.
4. 4 Catch the cat in the towel. With a quick, confident movement, grab the cat's ribcage firmly through the towel with your hands on either side of the ribcage and lift it off the ground. Hold the cat in a towel with outstretched arms so that its butt hangs down, its head is up, and its back is approximately vertical (the cat will try to twist).
   • In this position, even if the cat tries to bite, your hands will be protected by the towel, and your limbs and body will be at a respectful distance from its claws.
5. 5 Place the cat in the transport box. Have someone open a box or crate for you so you can place your cat. Move quickly and calmly to the box, and without removing the towel from the cat, place it in the box. Close the cover securely.
6. 6 Take your cat to the vet. Instead of leaving your cat to heal on its own, you should immediately take it to your veterinarian to determine the source of the pain.

Method 3 of 4: Suppressing Aggression in a Poorly Socialized Cat

1. 1 Move away from the cat. If you pet a semi-wild (feral) cat or a cat that has never really interacted with people or other animals as a child, she may suddenly become aggressive without warning signs.This is due to the fact that she has not been properly trained to say "she has had enough", so she will just attack your hand rather than just get up and walk away.
   • For this reason, you should leave first. If a poorly socialized cat becomes aggressive, just get up and walk away.
2. 2 Pay attention to your cat's tension. If you are petting a cat that may suddenly show aggression, watch for tension. It is this that will inform you that she is about to rush at you, even if now she is gently tumbling in your lap. Signs of tension in a cat's mood include the following:
   • Twitching tail. An agitated cat begins to twitch its tail back and forth a little.
   • Twitching of the skin. Just as a fly lands on a horse's skin, and a horse twitches it to scare away a fly, a cat can start twitching its skin if it no longer wants to continue your caresses. The skin twitch looks like a slight muscle movement that moves the fur on a specific area of ​​the cat's body.
3. 3 Be aware that some cats may not show signs of stressed mood. Unfortunately, there are cats who will not give you any warning signs before showing aggression. If you come across such a cat, proceed very carefully, deciding to pet it.

Method 4 of 4: Suppressing the Development of Aggression

1. 1 Kitten training. Sometimes an aggressive cat needs to be weaned from aggression. To do this, have some cat treats on hand. While caressing the cat, hold the treat in one hand and stroke the animal with the other hand. Watch the tail, the cat will wag it if it gets angry. As soon as you see this move, give the cat a treat. Repeating the procedure several times a day will help your cat make the connection between petting and treating, so she will grow up less aggressive.
2. 2 Don't caress your cat's belly. Some cats hate to have their belly scratched and show aggression when people touch the area. In the wild, a cat will never show its belly to an attacking enemy, since it is the most sensitive part of its body. This natural instinct is still alive in many cats. To avoid the cat's aggression, caress it only on the head and back.
3. 3 Introduce your kitten to other people at an early age. One of the reasons a cat may start to behave aggressively towards people is that she is not used to interacting with them at an early age. If you have a kitten, make sure that from 12 weeks of age it will have the opportunity to be in the company of people. Let people pick him up, caress him, and play with him.
4. 4 Neuter the cat / neuter the cat. Aggression is often associated with sex drive, so with castration or sterilization, sex drive is largely eradicated, as is the associated aggression. Of course, a cat can be aggressive for another reason, but neutering or neutering can, without a doubt, significantly reduce the chances of serious aggression.
5. 5 Take your cat to your veterinarian regularly. As discussed in the previous section of this article, cats can be aggressive due to pain. Regular visits to your veterinarian will help keep your cat healthy and safe from pain.
   • Your cat must be vaccinated against rabies at one of the visits to the veterinarian. While there are many diseases that can lead to aggression, rabies is the worst of them, as it is fatal to both cats and humans.
6. 6 Give your kitten or cat toys. Sometimes kittens confuse your feet with toys. If this misconception is allowed to continue, the kitten will grow into an aggressive cat attacking your legs as soon as you walk home through the door. To avoid this, give your kitten toys to play with.When he is about to attack your feet, throw him a toy (a skein of yarn or a squeaky rubber toy) in the opposite direction to distract him.
   • Scratching posts are also a great toy for cats. They help cats spend excess energy and teach them not to claw furniture.
7. 7 Provide a good place for your cat to hide. Sometimes cats like to be alone. Your cat needs a place to relax and feel safe. A dark corner in the room or a high place where she can sit, observing what is happening unnoticed is perfect.
   • An upside-down cardboard box is also a great place to hide. Cut a small hole in it, just enough for the cat to crawl through.
8. 8 Never be violent when punishing your cat for aggression. If the cat scratches you, and you rush to beat her, you can break the established bond between you. A cat that has been mistreated by one person will be very afraid of getting close to another person, so never use violence to show the cat that it is behaving in the wrong way by scratching you.

Tips

• The best way to stop a cat's aggression is to move away from it.

Warnings

• If you need to approach an aggressive cat, always wear protective equipment such as gloves, long pants to avoid injury.